VIETNAM: NEW ERA

VIETNAM: NEW ERA

FPT announces semiconductor testing, packaging plant

FPT announces semiconductor testing, packaging plant

The establishment of the advanced semiconductor chip testing and packaging factory demonstrates FPT’s commitment to implementing Resolution 57 on breakthroughs in science and technology development, innovation and national digital transformation, and the National Strategy for Semiconductor Industry Development.
Artistic lighting space launched at Hoan Kiem Lake

Artistic lighting space launched at Hoan Kiem Lake

An artistic lighting space highlighting Thap Rua (Turtle Tower) was officially launched in the Ho Guom (Hoan Kiem Lake) area on the evening of December 24, marking the start of Hanoi’s cultural and artistic programmes to welcome the 2026 New Year.
Total trade turnover up 17.2% in 11 months

Total trade turnover up 17.2% in 11 months

In the first 11 months of 2025, Vietnam’s total import–export turnover reached 839.75 billion USD, up 17.2% compared to the same period last year, with exports rising 16.1% and imports increasing 18.4%.
Top 10 int’l events in 2025 selected by Vietnam News Agency

Top 10 int’l events in 2025 selected by Vietnam News Agency

In 2025, the global situation remained volatile, with the international political landscape undergoing constant shifts that posed challenges to global security and stability. As the year draws to a close and 2026 approaches, the Vietnam News Agency has selected the 10 most prominent international events of 2025.
Ethnic group in Nghe An enjoys better living conditions

Ethnic group in Nghe An enjoys better living conditions

Dan Lai, a small ethnic group in the mountainous border areas of Nghe An province, once faced decline due to poverty and harsh living conditions. In recent years, however, government support for ethnic minority development and housing improvement has helped stabilise their lives.
GOE Alliance commits to partnering with HCM City IFC

GOE Alliance commits to partnering with HCM City IFC

The GOE Alliance was officially launched at the Autumn Economic Forum in November 2025, bringing together technology firms, financial institutions, policy experts and international partners, including Viettel Digital Services, Dragon Capital, Tether, Ava Labs, Sky Mavis, Republic and Onchain Academy. The alliance aims to pilot on-chain economic models within a policy-oriented legal framework.
PM pushes trust, breakthroughs to accelerate private sector growth

PM pushes trust, breakthroughs to accelerate private sector growth

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh noted that since the rollout of Resolution 68, alongside supporting resolutions from the National Assembly (NA) and Government, there has been a marked change in understanding the private sector’s critical position and role in Vietnam’s socialist-oriented market economy.
Digital economy as driver, digital society as foundation of growth: PM

Digital economy as driver, digital society as foundation of growth: PM

The forum, themed “Developing an inclusive and comprehensive digital economy and digital society to achieve double-digit GDP growth in the 2026–2030 period,” brought together leaders of ministries and localities, technology enterprises, research institutions, experts and representatives of international organisations in Vietnam.
Eight export items exceed 10 billion USD

Eight export items exceed 10 billion USD

In the first 11 months of this year, eight export items each posted turnover of more than 10 billion USD, accounting for 70.3% of the country’s total export value. Electronics, computers and components led the list with 96.9 billion USD, followed by machinery and equipment at nearly 53.4 billion USD, and mobile phones and components at over 52.6 billion USD.
Vietnam sets orientations for applying nuclear energy across sectors

Vietnam sets orientations for applying nuclear energy across sectors

The plan aims to ensure the effective implementation of Decision No. 245/QD-TTg dated February 5, 2025, which approved the national master plan, while concretising objectives, orientations, solutions and resources for applying radiation and radioisotopes across sectors. It also assigns responsibilities to ministries, sectors and localities, and sets roadmaps and priorities for key programmes and projects.